Glossary Of Track & Field Terms & Lingo This is a list of common track and field terms, lingo and jargon. # A. Anchor Leg Approach Run B. Baton C. D. Decathlon Discus Throw E. F. False Start Fosbury Flop G. H. Hammer Throw Heat Heptathlon High Jump Hurdling I. J. Javelin K. L. Long Jump M. N. O. P. Pole Vault Q. R. Relay Race S. Sand Pit Shot Put Starting Block T. Take-Off Board Triple Jump U. V. W. X. Y. Z.